There are so many things to do in Nice, France, you could easily stay there a week. (Or 37 years, like the artist Matisse did.) Situated on the light-filled French Riviera, this popular city in the South of France makes a great base for touring the beautiful towns of the Côte d’Azur, but it also has plenty of charms of […]
One day in Biot, France
If you’re travelling to the South of France, consider a day trip to Biot, France. A stunning medieval hilltop town just four km from the Mediterranean coast, Biot is famous for its glassmaking, its impressive museum dedicated to the Cubist artist Fernand Leger and for its fascinating -and notorious – heritage. Here’s my experience and everything you […]
Visiting Avignon Cathedral – Notre-Dame des Doms
If you’re sightseeing in Avignon, the Gateway to Provence, don’t miss visiting Avignon Cathedral, the Notre-Dame des Doms. Often overshadowed by the Palais des Papes next door, this unsung tourist attraction in France has a lot to offer a visitor. Just don’t make the same mistake I made. Visiting Avignon Cathedral – Notre-Dame des Doms […]
Things to do in the South of France
Travelling to the French Riviera, the mythical Côte d’Azur? Or thinking of exploring the lesser known region of Languedoc? Oh, lucky you. If you’re looking for the best things to do in the South of France, and want to know why you should go there, read on. (You can also click on the links for […]
One day in Arles, France
Thinking of spending a day in Arles, France? Curious about Van Gogh in Arles? The Romans? Where to eat and stay? Look no further. Here’s everything you need to know for the perfect one day itinerary in this fascinating French town. It’s hard to get past the fact that Arles is where Vincent van Gogh […]
Things to do in Monte Carlo – Jet set style
Looking for things to do in Monte Carlo? Here’s how to do it jet setter style There are a lot of glamorous destinations on the French Riviera – and that’s why we love it! Even if you don’t have a yacht of your own, it’s fun to be in a place where they’re more common than […]
One day in Antibes, South of France
I’ve been meaning to write a travel blog guide about One Day in Antibes for more than a year. (Of course I don’t procrastinate.) Then I realized author Patricia Sands, who practically lives in the South of France, could do a much better job with any Antibes travel guide than I ever could, so I begged and pleaded (but did […]
One day in Monaco
Looking to spend one day in Monaco? If you’re planning a trip to this Riviera watering hole for the rich and famous, read on. Here’s what I did on my day trip to Monaco, and what you should (and shouldn’t) do. Beasts of the sea I spent one day in Monaco and pet a baby shark. […]
One day in Grasse, France
Touring the South of France? Thinking of spending one day in Grasse? Here’s how I spent my time in this wonderfully fragrant city – and how you’ll want to spend yours. Daytrip to Grasse, France I was sitting on the train in Nice Ville Station waiting for it to depart for Grasse when a policeman […]
One day in Menton
If you’re exploring the Cote d’Azur, don’t miss a day trip to Menton, one of the unexpected pleasures of the French Riviera. Here is everything you need to know to spend one day in Menton. If you have one day in Menton in the South of France, there are two obvious attractions: lemons and Jean […]
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